The press is awash at the moment with commentary about the wardrobes of Theresa May and Hillary Clinton and the impact of what these two women are wearing to their careers.

The message that comes over again and again is how important image is and the role of the clothes they wear. If it is so important to the PM of the UK and to the potential next leader of the free world, why might it not be relevant to any woman in any business who is serious about her career?

Your appearance needs to establish your right to be in the room, sitting at that same table as your colleagues and not only demonstrate that you are on your game but make them think you might be better at it than they are.

Yes it is tough. However, the message is very clear; if you want to be successful you must pay attention to your appearance. You need to take advice, put it in your arsenal and use it to your advantage.